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Oct 6 - Oct 7
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Oct 7 - Oct 8
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Oct 9 - Oct 11
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Oct 16 - Oct 18

Our top choices for Spencer family-friendly hotels

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a phone, wall-mounted lights, and a large window with a view.
A bathroom with a shower, a towel rack, and a toilet.
A modern office space with a desk, computer, printer, and chairs.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a refrigerator.

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Spencer by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Spencer by IHG
Spencer
₩158,297
₩177,293 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Spencer by IHG
A modern cafe with seating, a coffee machine, and a sign indicating availability of coffee and juice.
Room
A reception desk with a logo, a blue carpet, and a sign indicating the date.
Pool

2. Reston Inn & Suites

Reston Inn & Suites
Spencer
₩119,290
₩133,605 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Reston Inn & Suites
A building with a large entrance, numbered 1005, and a covered walkway leading to the entrance.
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a television mounted on the wall, and a towel rack with towels.
An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams and large windows.
A kitchen area with a chalkboard sign that reads "Think Spring," a waffle maker, a coffee machine, and a display case with pastries.

3. AmericInn by Wyndham Spencer

AmericInn by Wyndham Spencer
Spencer
₩103,765
₩116,217 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
AmericInn by Wyndham Spencer
A stone fountain in a garden with a building in the background.
A living room with patterned armchairs, a red plant, and a mirror on the wall.
A Spencer Inn & Suites building with a blue exterior and arched windows.
A hotel room with a large desk, a television, a mirror, a framed artwork, and a red carpeted floor.

4. Spencer Inn and Suites

Spencer Inn and Suites
Spencer
₩107,454
₩120,359 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Spencer Inn and Suites
A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard with three pillows, a wall-mounted TV displaying a snowy landscape, and a wooden nightstand with a lamp.
A tan leather sofa in a room with a large painting of a barn on the wall, a water dispenser, and a potted plant.
A building with a sign reading "The North West Inn" and a 9ft entrance.
A room with a large framed picture of hay bales, a round mirror, and a small reception desk with a vase of flowers.

5. The Northwest Inn

The Northwest Inn
Spencer
₩105,979
₩118,696 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Northwest Inn
A hotel named "The Big O" with a stone facade and a flagpole with an American flag.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned carpet.
A building with a covered patio area, outdoor seating, and an American flag.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a large flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a bathtub.

6. Okoboji Inn & Suites

Okoboji Inn & Suites
Milford
₩107,361
₩120,245 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Okoboji Inn & Suites
A hotel lobby with a long marble bar, seating area with sofas and chairs, a reception desk, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A living room with patterned sofas, a round coffee table, and leather ottomans.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.
An indoor swimming pool with wooden walls, a lifebuoy, and plastic chairs.

7. Rodeway Inn Milford

Rodeway Inn Milford
Milford
  • Splash into family fun at the lakeside retreat where kids enjoy premium entertainment while parents relax in peaceful comfort.
₩94,856
₩106,239 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Rodeway Inn Milford
An outdoor patio with Adirondack chairs, a stone fire pit, and a view of a hotel in the background.
A hotel lobby with a chandelier, a reception desk, and a balcony with railings.
An indoor swimming pool with wooden ceiling beams, tiled walls, and white furniture.
A hotel with a covered entrance, a sign for 'Amerind Inn by Wyndham,' and a landscaped garden with colorful flowers.

8. AmericInn by Wyndham Okoboji

AmericInn by Wyndham Okoboji
Okoboji
  • Family fun abounds with indoor pool, hot tub, and sauna just minutes from West Okoboji Lake—perfect for a lakeside retreat.
₩125,308
₩137,840 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
AmericInn by Wyndham Okoboji
An indoor swimming pool with multiple water slides and a netted climbing structure.
An outdoor covered patio with tables set for dining, surrounded by greenery.
A sign for Arrowwood Resort & Conference Center by ClubHouse, featuring a modern building and a parking lot with several cars.
A restaurant with a bar area, multiple seating options including booths and tables, and a television mounted on the wall.

9. Lake Okoboji Resort & Conference Center

Lake Okoboji Resort & Conference Center
Okoboji
  • Family lake getaway with a kids' pool, golf course, and daily adventures for all ages to enjoy at West Okoboji.
₩119,183
₩142,264 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Lake Okoboji Resort & Conference Center
A swimming pool with a metal ladder, lounge chairs, and a building in the background.
An outdoor patio area with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by planters and hanging flower baskets.
A modern dining area with round tables and chairs, decorative hanging lights, and vibrant artwork on the walls.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

10. Vintage Block Inn & Suites

Vintage Block Inn & Suites
Okoboji
  • Family playground awaits with poolside fun, free bicycles, and a prime location near West Okoboji Lake's sandy shores.
₩133,900
₩151,709 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Vintage Block Inn & Suites
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Pool
All-inclusive
4 stars
5 stars

Top Spencer Hotel Reviews

Reston Inn & Suites

Reston Inn & Suites

8/10 Good
"It was a good, clean, place for my quick overnight. That location was chosen because of a walkable-jaunt to the Walmart for snacks, and having at least 4 choice-restaurants nearby. There was also plenty of close, free, surface-parking available. The clerk at check-in was VERY FRIENDLY and accommodating; and, even though I had already requested my bed-size when I booked online, she still offered a variety of room-options (2nd floor was quieter—but there was no elevator—which I still accepted)! The room was well-lit, very clean, and modern. I MUST SAY THOUGH, THAT, WHILE THE CARPET LOOKED NEW, I ABSOLUTELY HATED THE DESIGN! THE PATTERN: BOLD, BLACK STRIPES, WITH “SLASHES” OF RUST-ON-BEIGE, ACTUALLY PRODUCED A DIZZYING OPTICAL-ILLUSION OF MOVING AS I WALKED ON IT—ESPECIALLY ON THE STEPS!! I felt VERY REASSURED when I did the routine check of the mattress for possible bedbugs: not only was there an all-inclusively-sealed cover on the mattress, but there were 3 (count them, 3!) VERY CLEAN bottom-sheets!! 👍 I DO NOT LOVE THOSE SMALLER, TOO-POUFFY BED-PILLOWS, THOUGH! (Maybe in the future I will just bring my OWN!) Breakfast ended at 9:00am! ON WEEKENDS, 10:00 would be better! I arrived at 9:15, and the ONLY staffer I saw was putting items away. She said absolutely nothing as I helped myself to coffee and a roll, though. Overall, I would give it 3-out-of-5 “stars”!"
Dana 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Reston Inn & Suites
AmericInn by Wyndham Okoboji

AmericInn by Wyndham Okoboji

8/10 Good
"Very nice and quiet. Did not have door slams. Breakfast was a very nice assortment. If in the area again, we would probably choose here."
Richard 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
AmericInn by Wyndham Okoboji
Super 8 by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

Super 8 by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

10/10 Excellent
"Clean rooms, staff is really good."
David 6-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Super 8 by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji
Spencer Inn and Suites

Spencer Inn and Suites

10/10 Excellent
"The staff was very nice."
Steph 1-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Spencer Inn and Suites
Emmetsburg Hotel and Suites

Emmetsburg Hotel and Suites

10/10 Excellent
"It was a very nice place to stay"
Roy 2-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Emmetsburg Hotel and Suites
Travelodge by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

Travelodge by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was clean, the ac unit was new, and the bed was comfy. Thank you for a wonderful stay!"
Alyssa 2-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Travelodge by Wyndham Spirit Lake/Okoboji

Frequently asked questions

What's Spencer like for family-friendly vacations?
The destination of Spencer is a great choice if you've been thinking about a vacation with your kids. The horseback riding, entertainment, and festivals are just some of the things that make this a good place for family vacations.
What's the best hotel for a family vacation in Spencer?
The Northwest Inn is a guesthouse with free parking and free breakfast, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Spencer?
The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 69°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 24°F. Average annual precipitation for Spencer is 37 inches.
What's there to see and do with your family in Spencer?
While you and the family are vacationing in Spencer, you might want to check out some of the attractions here such as Clay County Heritage Center, Riverview Park, and Oneota Park. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Arnolds Park and East Okoboji Lake.

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